Posted on: 22/01/2025

WA Hub Kicks off 2025 Spotlight Featuring Dr Shirley Bowen

Join the WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub for an evening with WA Health Director General Dr Shirley Bowen in conversation with MTPConnect Director of Stakeholder Engagement WA Dr Tracey Wilkinson to hear about WA Health’s innovation and research activities.

Dr Shirley Bowen is a skilled physician with extensive experience across all aspects of health service delivery with a passion for person- centred care and delivering excellent healthcare to the people of Western Australia.

Throughout her career in the public and private health sectors, Dr Bowen has held leadership roles, including Chief Medical Officer of the Australian Capital Territory, Executive Director of Fremantle Hospital and Dean of the School of Medicine, University of Notre Dame Australia. She advanced healthcare standards, fostered medical education and led innovative research and community services.

Dr Bowen holds dual Fellowships in Infectious Diseases (FRACP) and Sexual Health medicine (FAChSHM) underscoring her extensive clinical experience. She also holds an honorary fellowship in Medical Administration (FRACMA). Her professional journey reflects a commitment to excellence in patient care, focusing on compassionate and evidence-based medicine.

As Director General, Dr Bowen ensures healthcare services are timely, accessible and grounded in the latest evidence-based practices. Additionally, she supports and empowers the health workforce in their pursuit of excellence, building a robust and resilient healthcare system for Western Australia.

Make sure you register to reserve your seat – this event is likely to be popular!

Details

Wednesday 26 February, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm AWST

Ground Floor Auditorium, Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research

6 Verdun Street, Nedlands

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If you have any questions, please contact our Engagement and Communications Manager Rebekah Hinton at rebekah.hinton@mtpconnect.org.au

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